ISS adds two new directors

WOODBRIDGE, N.J. — ISS (Intelligent Security Systems) announced that security industry veterans Russell Compton and Brian Friedman have joined the company as its new director of strategic partnerships and regional sales director for the Western U.S., respectively.

Compton, who most recently served as director of strategic sales and partner management for identity access management at HID Global, will spearhead the company’s strategy relative to building a robust network of distribution and integration partners across the nation to make the ISS portfolio of video intelligence solutions available to the broader security market.

Prior to HID, Compton served in several prominent roles throughout the security and technology industries, including vice president of sales at identity management firm Intellisoft as well as product market manager for the ThinkPad computer line at Lenovo during a more than eight-year tenure at the laptop maker.

"I joined ISS because I wanted to be part of a company at the forefront of innovation, developing AI-driven solutions that empower our partners with cutting-edge technology,” said Compton. “It’s exciting to contribute to advancements that solve real-world challenges and make a meaningful impact."

Friedman, who joins ISS following a six-year stint as district sales manager for the West at i-PRO Americas (formerly Panasonic), will be responsible for driving sales and business development efforts for ISS throughout the western U.S. Prior to i-PRO, Friedman also served in lead sales roles for several other video surveillance manufacturers, including Avigilon, BriefCam, and Vicon.

“I joined ISS because of its innovative mission – to lead the way in tailored AI-driven security solutions,” noted Friedman. “ISS leverages advanced technologies that not only react to events but also proactively adapt to the environment, providing the best possible security for the client. With the power to anticipate risks and streamline operations, ISS can deliver the highest level of security in the face of any challenge.”

A graduate of Clemson University, Compton currently resides in Raleigh, N.C., and can be reached at russell.compton@issivs.com. Originally from Connecticut and a graduate of Sacred Heart University, Friedman is now a resident of Murrieta, Calif., and can be reached at brian.friedman@issivs.com.